New Electricity Meter Installations for UK Businesses – Made Simple
If your business already has an MPAN from the Distribution Network Operator (DNO), the hard part is done. From here, the next step is installing the correct electricity meter – and that’s where WeSave steps in.
We arrange new electricity meter installations for UK businesses moving into new premises, refurbishing sites, upgrading capacity or setting up additional supplies. Our role is to manage the process end to end, ensuring the right meter is installed, on time, and ready for billing without delays or confusion.
There’s no need to deal with multiple parties or navigate technical jargon – we keep everything clear, compliant and straightforward.
What is an MPAN?
An MPAN (Meter Point Administration Number) is a unique reference number used in the UK to identify the electricity supply point at a specific property. If you have been given the bottom line of an MPAN from your DNO, your supply point is registered and ready for the metering stage.
When Do Businesses Need a New Electricity Meter?
A new meter installation isn’t just for brand-new buildings…
In fact, many commercial sites require new or upgraded meters during routine changes to premises, operations or energy demand.
You may need a new electricity meter if you are:
Moving into a newly built or refurbished commercial unit
Taking over premises where no meter is currently installed
Increasing capacity to support new equipment or machinery
Switching to half-hourly metering due to higher usage
Splitting or reconfiguring supplies within a commercial building
As long as an MPAN has been issued by the DNO, your site is ready for the metering stage.
Unsure who your DNO is? You can easily find who it is by entering your postcode here.
Our 5-Step Electricity Meter Installation Process
Once your MPAN is live and the site is ready, the metering stage usually follows a clear, structured process.
We’ve simplified what can often feel like a complex process into five clear steps…
Confirm Your MPAN & Site Readiness
We start by confirming your MPAN and checking that all DNO site works have been completed. This ensures your premises is ready for a meter to be installed without delays.
Assess Your Meter Requirements
We review your expected consumption, operating hours and capacity needs to determine the correct meter type – ensuring compliance today and flexibility for the future.
Provide a Clear, Bespoke Quote
You’ll receive a transparent quote covering meter type, installation and contract options. We explain everything clearly, with no hidden surprises.
Schedule & Install Your Meter
We appoint an accredited Meter Operator (MOP) and arrange installation at a time that suits your business. Out-of-hours appointments may be available where required.
Supply Goes Live & Ongoing Support
Once installed, your supply is live and ready for billing. Our team remains on hand to support contract queries, future upgrades or additional sites.
Understanding Electricity Meter Types
You don’t need to know which electricity meter your business requires — that’s our job. We’ll assess your site, expected usage and capacity needs, then clearly explain the most suitable meter type before anything is installed.
Choosing the correct meter is essential for accurate billing, regulatory compliance and long-term cost control. The wrong meter can lead to estimated bills, incorrect tariffs or the need for costly changes later. By getting this right from the outset, your business benefits from fair pricing, reliable data and a smoother energy contract overall.
While we manage the technical details on your behalf, the overview below explains the main meter types in simple terms, helping you understand how different meters are used and why the right choice matters for your business.
Meter selection is based on agreed capacity (kVA), usage profile and compliance requirements.
Why Meter Accuracy Matters
A correctly installed and properly specified electricity meter underpins your entire energy contract and plays a critical role in how your business is billed, reported and supported over time.
Accurate metering ensures your supplier is charging you based on real consumption data, not estimates or assumptions. This helps protect your business from unexpected costs, incorrect tariffs and administrative issues further down the line.
Getting the meter right from the outset helps deliver:
Correct bills from day one, reducing the risk of estimated or disputed charges
Fair unit rates, aligned to your actual usage profile and capacity requirements
Compliance with industry regulations, including half-hourly and capacity thresholds where applicable
Easier supplier comparisons at renewal, using reliable historical data
Clearer insight into consumption patterns, supporting budgeting and efficiency planning
By getting this stage right, businesses can avoid common problems such as billing disputes, re-metering costs and contract corrections – creating a more stable, transparent energy setup from the very beginning.
⚡What Meters We Can Install
We support a wide range of commercial electricity meter installations, including:
Non-Half Hourly (NHH) whole current meters
Half-hourly (HH) meters for higher-usage sites
CT metering for larger commercial supplies
Smart and AMR-enabled meters
Meter upgrades, relocations and replacements
Our team will always recommend the most appropriate solution based on your business requirements.
How Much Does a New Electricity Meter Installation Cost?
In most cases, the cost of a new electricity meter installation is built into the energy rates agreed as part of a new supply contract. This means businesses often avoid a separate upfront installation charge, with costs spread across the contract term.
However, additional charges may apply for urgent installations, complex metering (such as CT meters), or out-of-hours appointments. Where this applies, we’ll always explain this clearly before anything is agreed.
We’ll always confirm any costs upfront before scheduling installation.
Minimising Disruption to Your Business
We know downtime costs money. That’s why installations are planned carefully around your operations.
Most installations are completed quickly, and where possible we can coordinate out-of-hours appointments to minimise disruption. You’ll always know what’s happening, when it’s happening, and what to expect on the day.
A correctly installed electricity meter ensures your supply can go live without unnecessary delays, helping you open, trade or operate on schedule.
Why Businesses Choose WeSave for New Meter Installations
WeSave is an independent UK energy broker built on transparency, trust and long-term results.
We don’t just arrange meter installations — we support your business throughout the entire energy journey.
Access to accredited UK Meter Operators
Clear, independent advice
Dedicated UK-based support
Support for future sites and upgrades
No jargon, no unnecessary complexity
Ready to Install Your Electricity Meter?
We arrange new electricity meter installations for a wide range of UK businesses, including retailers, offices, hospitality venues, warehouses, industrial sites, landlords and multi-site operators.
Whether you’re opening a single unit or activating multiple supplies across a portfolio, we’ll ensure each site is set up correctly from day one.
If your business already has an MPAN and your site is ready, getting started is simple.
Speak to our team today to arrange your new electricity meter installation with confidence.
What our client's say
New Electricity Meter Installation FAQs
Find answers to our most common new electricity meter installation questions below…
A new meter installation involves fitting an electricity or gas meter at a premises where a supply has already been created by the Distribution Network Operator (DNO). This usually applies to new builds, refurbished properties or sites where a supply exists but no meter has yet been installed.
Yes. To proceed with a new electricity meter installation, your site must already have an MPAN (Meter Point Administration Number) issued by the DNO. Once the MPAN exists and site works are complete, a meter can be installed.
The DNO is responsible for creating the MPAN and completing all external network and cabling works to your property. We step in after this stage to arrange the meter installation and energy supply.
In many cases, the cost of a new electricity meter installation is included within the energy rates agreed as part of a new electricity supply contract. This means businesses often avoid paying a separate upfront installation fee, with costs spread across the contract term instead.
However, costs can vary depending on the meter type, site complexity and installation requirements. Additional charges may apply for half-hourly or CT meters, urgent installations, out-of-hours appointments or non-standard site conditions.
At WeSave, we’ll always explain how costs are structured upfront and confirm whether installation is included in your quoted rates before anything is agreed.
We arrange installations for a wide range of commercial meters, including:
Non half-hourly (NHH) whole current meters
Half-hourly (HH) meters
Current Transformer (CT) meters
Smart meters for eligible sites
The correct meter type depends on your site size, capacity and expected usage.
Once contracts are agreed and your site is ready, meter installations are typically arranged within a few weeks. Timings can vary depending on meter type, site access and availability, but we manage the process to minimise delays.
In most cases, no. Meter installations are planned to minimise disruption, and many can be completed with little or no downtime. We’ll always confirm access requirements and any potential interruptions in advance.
Yes. We assess your site details, expected consumption and operational needs to ensure the meter installed is correctly specified – helping avoid billing issues, incorrect tariffs or costly changes later.
The meter installed determines how your energy is measured, billed and priced. Incorrect or poorly specified meters can lead to estimated bills, incorrect rates, compliance issues and difficulties when comparing suppliers at renewal.
Yes. We coordinate the meter installation and help secure a suitable business energy contract, ensuring both elements align correctly from day one.
Yes. We regularly support developers, landlords and businesses with meter installations for new builds, refurbishments and newly energised commercial sites.
To begin, we’ll typically need:
Your MPAN (for electricity) or MPRN (for gas, if applicable)
Site address and contact details
Estimated annual consumption (if available)
Preferred installation timeframe
If you’re unsure about any of this, we’ll guide you through it.
WeSave provides clear, independent advice and manages the process end to end. We focus on getting the fundamentals right – from meter specification to supply setup – helping businesses avoid costly mistakes and enjoy a smooth start to their energy contract.
Have any other questions?
Speak to a member of our friendly team by calling us today on 01872 495 111.
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